Lululemon Pace Breaker Joggers
Great for being active, or just hanging around the house, Lululemon’s Pace Breaker Joggers are the best of both worlds. They’re made from a lightweight, breathable mix of nylon and elastane and feature zippered pockets and a hidden phone sleeve so that everything stays in place during a run. These pants are available in seven stylish colors including three shades of blue, light and dark grey, a beige-grey hue, and classic black. Sizes available range from XS to XXL, and we love that they are available in three lengths: 28-inch, 30-inch, and 32-inch.
Bombas Men’s Lightweight Athletic Half-Calf Sock 3-Pack
A good pair of socks is an essential piece of any workout that requires sneakers. We like these half-calf athletic socks from Bombas because they’re comfortable, stylish, and high quality (which is a big perk if your guy is constantly replacing his socks). The socks are designed with arch support, a seamless toe, and a Y-stitched heel for a comfy fit that feels tailor-made. This three-pack is available in multicolor (one pair of black, one pair of white, and one pair of grey), all white, or all black, and in sizes M (shoe sizes 6 to 9), L (shoe sizes 9.5 to 13) or XL (shoe sizes 13.5 to 16).
Brooks Men’s Cascadia 16 Trail Running Shoe
$135 at Amazon
The Brooks Cascadia 16 is a great fit for the trail runner in your life because it quickly adapts to changes in the terrain. A midsole layer of foam works together with Brooks's unique DNA LOFT v2 Technology to cushion the foot and absorb shock to prevent pain and injury. This sneaker is designed with flexibility specifically suited for the rocks, roots, and variable terrain runners face on the trail. It is available in both wide and medium sizing.
Brooks Men’s Ghost Max 2 Running Shoe
$119.95 at Amazon
$149.95Now 20% Off
This gift may make the man in your life run for the hills — but in a good way. Brooks designed the Men’s Ghost Max 2 with runners in mind. It features a rocking shape that promotes a natural motion from the foot's impact with the ground to pushing off into the next step. The Ghost Max 2 is a fairly neutral running shoe with maximum cushioning for a comfortable jog. Runners will appreciate the wide base of this shoe, which Brooks designed to provide extra stability to help prevent injury.
Outdoor Research Ferrosi Pants
$79.16 at Amazon
$98.95Now 20% Off
If hiking is your Valentine’s favorite way to stay fit, they’ll love finding the gift of Outdoor Research Ferrosi Pants. We love these pants because they are water- and wind-resistant thanks to quick dry materials. They feature a drawstring waist and slight stretch, making them easy to move around in a variety of environments.
Brooks Sherpa 5" Shorts
$50 at Amazon
$64Now 22% Off
Brooks Sherpa 5" shorts are perfect for leg day and everything in between. They’re semi-fitted and hit above the knee by a few inches, providing both flexibility and a great fit. Small pockets throughout the shorts make carrying a key and fuel easy for an intense workout.
Rhone Reign Men’s Workout Shirts
From $40.79
High-quality workout shirts are a gift that will never go to waste, and Rhone Reign Men’s workout shirts are among the best workout shirts available. We love their moisture-wicking properties and odor-resistant technology. They’re especially perfect for outdoor exercise because of the added 50+ UPF protection.
Acteon Microfiber Quick-Dry Gym Towels 5-Pack
$29.99 at Amazon
Whether he enjoys hot yoga, running on a hot day, or just tends to break a really good sweat any time he’s at the gym, these microfiber quick-dry gym towels will help him get cleaned up. Each pack comes with five towels (available in grey, pink, or navy blue) that are super lightweight and feature a snap loop to either roll them up for easy transport or hang from a hook during use. These odor-eliminating towels measure 16 x 30.5 inches and are safe to toss into the washer and dryer post-workout.
Owala FreeSip Insulated Water Bottle
Now, this is a thoughtful gift your health-obsessed loved one can use right away. Active adults need more water each day to stay adequately hydrated. Experts recommend drinking water before working out, at regular intervals throughout the workout, and after your workout is finished. A reusable water bottle is a convenient and earth-friendly way to keep water on hand at all times, and this double-insulated Owala keeps water cool for as long as 24 hours. We also like that it is easy to clean and has a unique “FreeSip” spout so you can drink upright through a straw or tip to drink.
Garmin Forerunner 265
$449.99 at Amazon
There’s a good reason why the Garmin Forerunner 265 is one of the highest-rated smart watches for athletes. Despite its lightweight and compact design, it is chock-full of features for tracking and planning your active lifestyle. As soon as the wearer wakes up, the Forerunner 265 provides a summary of their sleep health and proceeds to track their movement throughout the day. Garmin offers personalized training directions for preparing for races and has 30 different activity settings, including running, swimming, and cycling. It is water resistant, and it has 13 days of battery life when used as a smartwatch and 20 hours when in GPS mode.
Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth Headphones
$359 at Amazon
For the guy who is always in the gym or headed for a run, noise-canceling headphones allow him to tune out the background and crank up whatever keeps him motivated. Whether he's into podcasts or playlists, your loved one will love the option to choose between two listening modes along with customizable EQ for a personalized listening experience. Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth Headphones have a 24-hour battery life.
Skullcandy Dime
$24.43 at Amazon
$29.99Now 19% Off
If he doesn’t love the feeling of bulky headphones, these earbuds are an excellent alternative. Skullcandy Dime earbuds are Bluetooth-enabled, water-resistant, and have a 12-hour battery and a microphone. Our research has found these earbuds fit comfortably and sound great. Now your loved one will think of you every time they listen to music during their workout — sounds like a win-win.
Slim Running Belt
$9.99 at Amazon
$12.99Now 23% Off
Long-distance runners need fuel to keep going, and a slim running belt is a great way to keep the essentials on hand. This fanny-pack style belt is small and lightweight but still has enough room for a snack, cellphone, house key, and ID. We love that it has a reflective strip as a safety feature for early morning and evening runs.
Theragun Relief Percussive Therapy Device
For a different take on the classic Valentine’s Day massage, gift him the Theragun Relief Percussive Therapy Device so he can soothe his muscles after every workout long after February 14. This handheld device includes three attachments for working different parts of the body including sensitive areas, low back, and everywhere else on the body. The device is rechargeable and comes with a charging cable, and the triangular design makes it easy to hold on to no matter what muscle is being targeted.
Bowflex SelectTech 552 Adjustable Dumbbells
$399.99 at Best Buy
$429.99Now 7% Off
The gift of a compact at-home gym is hard to beat, allowing your favorite health-conscious man to stay on top of workouts without needing to leave the house. We like the BoxFlex SelectTech 552 Adjustable Dumbbell set because they easily adjust with the turn of a dial from as light as 2.5 pounds each to 52.5 pounds. The set of two includes a two-month JRNY All-Access Membership, which has strength-training exercises you can easily follow from home.
Sharper Image Portable Ice Bath
This is definitely the “coolest” gift on our list. The Sharper Image Portable Ice bath is a compact and affordable design that uses three layers of insulation to keep water cold. It can accommodate individuals up to 6 feet 5 inches tall and 250 pounds. The use of an ice bath like this one for cold water immersion may aid recovery after workouts and improve mood. Serious athletes and fitness buffs alike use ice baths between workouts and as a way to decrease muscle soreness.
NordicTrack Smart Rower
$1999 at Amazon
This at-home rower is the perfect way for your Valentine to get a cardio workout in, even if he can’t make it to the gym. The NordicTrack Smart Rower features 26 different resistance levels and is equipped with an HD screen for participating in live and recorded group classes. Plus, your gift will automatically include a 30-day iFIT Pro Membership.
GreenPan Ultimate Gourmet Electric Grill
$139.99 at Amazon
$199.99Now 30% Off
Whether he’s limited on outdoor space for a full-size grill, or he’s not a fan of cooking outside in the cold February temperatures (we don’t blame him), the GreenPan Ultimate Gourmet Electric Grill has him covered. The aluminum plate is reversible, with a split grill and griddle on one side, and a full pancake surface on the other, so he can make everything from omelets to chicken to kebabs to his favorite grilled veggies. In addition to the grill, this set also includes eight miniature pans and spatulas for different dishes.
Vitamix 5200 Blender
$479.99 at Amazon
Smoothies are a convenient way to consume a ton of vitamins, minerals, fiber, and protein when you’re short on time or need to eat on the go. So, if the guy you’re shopping for this year enjoys a good smoothie, a blender that can handle the heavy-duty work of blending up frozen fruits and vegetables daily is sure to be a favorite. We love the Vitamix 5200 because it has adjustable speeds and a self-cleaning setting — a dream come true! You can easily make frozen treats, hot soups, and nut butters in the 64-ounce container.
Ninja 6-in-1 AirFryer
$199 at Amazon
If you’re cooking up a Valentine’s Day gift list, this is one item you shouldn’t ignore. Ninja’s 6-in-1 AirFryer is an 8-quart appliance with two baskets, which allows for cooking two different foods with their own unique settings. This air fryer is unique because it does more than just air fry; It can also be used to reheat, dehydrate, bake, broil, and roast foods. We love this health-conscious gift because it eliminates the need for cooking oils while providing a crispy finish to favorite foods.
CookUnity Gift Card
A prepared-meal delivery kit cuts out all the extra time and effort that comes with planning, shopping, and preparing nutritious meals that taste good. We specifically recommend a CookUnity gift card, because this service offers chef-developed meals and options that easily fit within a wide variety of dietary preferences, including high-protein, lower-calorie, and gluten-free eating. When they tried this service, our testers liked that the meals were easy to prepare and arrived fresh instead of frozen.
CookUnity offers a gift card, which is perfect for a loved one who would enjoy a convenient way to eat healthier.
For Busy Nutrition Fanatics
Daily Harvest Gift Card
Nothing makes healthy eating easier than quick meal options that meet all your nutritional needs. Daily Harvest is well known for its nutrient-packed smoothie cups but also offers breakfast bowls, pasta, soups, and snacks that feature an abundance of ingredients and flavors. With a Daily Harvest gift card, the guy in your life can choose the right time to stock up on some convenient and healthy meals.
Vega Premium Sport Protein
$85.99 at Amazon
$99.99Now 14% Off
If your Valentine is vegan, he will drink this gift right up. Buying a health-focused product like Vega’s Premium Sport Protein can add a nutritious punch of flavor to his life. Our research has found that this powder blends well with liquid or frozen fruits, and the flavor is comparable with nonvegan brands. Vega Premium contains 30 grams of protein per serving, with only 170 calories and 5 grams of carbohydrates. It’s also free of GMOs, preservatives, and artificial flavoring, and it’s available in vanilla, chocolate, berry, mocha, and peanut butter.
Primal Kitchen Primal Fuel
$52.49 at Amazon
Dietary restrictions can make finding a protein powder with great flavor challenging, but Primal Kitchen’s Primal Fuel is a favorite among those following a ketogenic diet. This is a whey-based protein powder that is keto-certified and paleo-friendly, as well as soy and gluten-free. One scoop of this protein powder contains 10 g of protein and only 90 calories.
Garden of Life Men’s Multivitamin Gummy
$26.59 at Amazon
$34.99Now 24% Off
Even someone on a healthy, well-rounded diet can benefit from the support of a daily multivitamin. Garden of Life uses whole fruits and vegetables, alongside a fruit and vegetable vitamin blend, to create their gummy multivitamins. This adds up to a daily supplement containing 100 percent or more of the recommended intake of vitamins C, D, K, B6, B12, biotin, and chromium. We love that this multivitamin is also 100 percent organic, made without artificial flavorings and coloring, and vegan and gluten-free.
MegaFood Methyl B12
$30.99 at Amazon
If your loved one is a fan of vitamins — you’ll want to make a beeline for this one. The MegaFood Methyl B12 supplement is bioavailable, which means it’s more easily absorbed by the body, and is made with a real food blend of organic broccoli, brown rice, and beetroot. Vitamin B12 may improve endurance and energy during workouts and is associated with a reduction in cancer and heart disease risks. Plus, we appreciate how seriously MegaFood takes the quality of its products. All its supplements are free of the nine most common allergens: milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, and sesame, and are tested for 150 harmful chemicals.
Bunny James Beef Jerky Gift Box
$37.59 at Amazon
Snacks are a sure bet for that hard-to-buy guy in your life, and the Bunny James Beef Jerky Gift Box is one of our favorite novelty food gifts. Jerky is a protein-packed food, making it a great option for someone whose health and fitness goals involve increasing their protein intake. This gift box includes unique jerky flavors, from spicy to sweet, and a couple of pork rind options as well.
LetPot Senior Hydroponic Growing System
If your health-conscious loved one has a green thumb, an indoor, hydroponic growing system is a gift that will be hard to beat. The LetPot Senior Hydroponic Growing System is a 12-pod miniature garden that allows you to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, and flowers indoors using grow lights and water-based nutrients. It has a 5.5-liter tank, which will last around three weeks before it needs to be refilled. Plus, this smart growing system allows you to control the lighting and pump remotely from an app on your smartphone.
Click&Grow The Smart Garden 3
Herbs are a great way to add new flavors to favorite healthy meals or encourage experimentation in the kitchen. The Smart Garden 3 from Click&Grow is a compact hydroponic garden that would be a good fit for someone living in a small space. Don’t forget to grab some of Click&Grow’s biodegradable seed pods so your loved one has everything they need to start the herb garden right away.
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Mary Sauer
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Mary Sauer is a freelance health and parenting writer whose work often covers mental health (especially maternal mental health), grief, and caregiving. Her work has been published by the Washington Post, Verywell Mind, Parents, Vice's Tonic, and ARC Poetry Magazine. She's also the managing editor of the upcoming Salt Tooth Press and an MFA student at University of Missouri, Kansas City.
Sauer is a mom of four and lives in Kansas City, Missouri. She enjoys hiking, trying new coffee shops, and shopping at used bookstores. At home, she spends her precious free time reading, rewatching Fleabag, and gardening.